Development Alec Segaert wins Giro U23 opening time trial and claims maglia rosa

Alec Segaert has won the opening time trial of the Giro Next Gen. Segaert, reigning U23 European time trial champion stopped the clock at a top time of 10’45” on the just over 9 kilometres long course. That way, the Lotto Dstny rider moved into the lead of the U23 Giro d’Italia and will start in the iconic maglia rosa tomorrow.

The 20-year-old Belgian made a big goal of the opening time trial and fulfilled his role as a favourite with an impressive performance. “When the Giro course was released, I had my eyes on this time trial. It was a unique chance to grab the pink jersey and I went full for it. The past weeks, I still had two exams, but I still could get the necessary training kilometres on the TT bike in."

"I really had a great feeling and the course suited me well with some parts where you could use your power and an uphill drag at the end. Winning with that clear of a difference, makes it even more beautiful. I think I will sleep well with this maglia rosa. The first goal has been achieved and we will see what the rest of the week will bring”, concludes Alec Segaert.

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